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Kaspersky Repositioning for Renewed Growth

Kaspersky Lab, the Russian bear of security software, is looking to
expand its global footprint and take the #3 market share slot in the
U.S. without going public in the process.

Eugene Kaspersky, founder of the company that bears his name, told
industry analysts at a conference in Cancun that he’s backing away from
IPO plans. Instead, he’s planning to buy back the 20 percent stake sold
last year to private equity firm General Atlantic and refocus the
company on growth and profitability.

Kaspersky’s rationale is simple: Remaining private enables him and
the Moscow-based management team to retain unrestricted control of the
company’s operations and strategic direction, and preserve the company’s
entrepreneurial culture.